Last updated: June 14, 2026. This policy explains what information The Monument Independent collects, how we use it, and your choices.
Who we are
The Monument Independent (“we,” “us,” “our”) is a local news website published by Monument Independent LLC, a Colorado limited liability company. You can reach us at [email protected].
Information we collect
- Newsletter sign-ups. If you subscribe to The Palmer Divide Digest, we collect your email address. Our newsletter is delivered through Mailchimp, which processes your email on our behalf.
- Analytics data. We use Google Analytics 4 (loaded through Google Tag Manager) to understand how the site is used — pages viewed, approximate location, device and browser type, and similar usage data, collected with cookies and similar technologies.
- Messages you send us. If you email us or submit a tip, correction, or form, we receive whatever information you provide.
- Server logs. Our host records standard technical information such as IP address and request times for security and reliability.
Cookies and analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, and you can opt out of Google Analytics using Google’s browser add-on. Blocking cookies will not stop you from reading the site.
How we use information
We use the information above to send the newsletter you requested, to understand and improve our coverage and readership, to respond to your messages, and to keep the site secure. We do not sell your personal information.
How we share information
We share information only with service providers that help us operate — such as Mailchimp (newsletter) and Google (analytics) — and only as needed to provide those services, or where required by law. We do not sell or rent your personal information.
Your choices and Colorado privacy rights
You can unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any issue. Under the Colorado Privacy Act, Colorado residents may request to access, correct, or delete their personal data, and may opt out of targeted advertising or any sale of personal data. To make a request, email [email protected]; we may need to verify your identity.
Children’s privacy
The site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their personal information.
Third-party links
Our articles link to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of sites we do not operate.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will revise the “last updated” date above when we do.